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Nikola Jokić delivered a powerful performance against the Oklahoma City Thunder, while a multitude of other European talents also showcased their skills on the court.
Luka Dončić registered a triple-double, but the Los Angeles Lakers narrowly lost to the Brooklyn Nets with a score of 111-108 during an away game.
In the absence of the injured LeBron James, Luka managed to score 22 points on 8-for-26 shooting, alongside 12 rebounds and 12 assists, though it wasn’t enough to secure the victory.
Deni Avdija also had an impressive outing, yet was unable to claim a win as the Golden State Warriors overcame the Portland Trail Blazers 130-120.
The former Maccabi Tel Aviv star recorded a remarkable 34 points, 16 rebounds, six assists, and two steals, including five three-pointers. He joined the elite company of Luka, James Harden, and DeMarcus “Boogie” Cousins as one of the few players in NBA history to achieve such numbers in a single match.
Darko Rajaković’s Toronto Raptors triumphed over the Washington Wizards with a 119-104 score, while Alex Sarr registered a double-double in the losing effort, contributing 16 points and 11 rebounds. Tristan Vukčević chipped in with 15 points and seven rebounds, while KyShawn George added 13.
Zaccharie Risacher had a standout showing in the Atlanta Hawks’ 132-123 win against the Philadelphia 76ers, finishing with 22 points and eight rebounds. Vit Krejci also scored eight points, while Bona Adem provided 12 for the Sixers and Guershon Yabusle added seven.
Nikola Vučević tallied a double-double with 11 points and 11 rebounds as the Chicago Bulls beat the Indiana Pacers 121-103. Alperen Şengün also had a solid performance, contributing 14 points and 14 rebounds in a 97-84 victory over the Orlando Magic, despite Paolo Banchero scoring 25 points and Franz Wagner adding 15.
Lastly, British swingman OG Anunoby scored 24 points, handed out eight assists, and collected seven rebounds in the New York Knicks’ 133-104 road win over the Sacramento Kings. For the losing team, Jonas Valančiūnas managed to secure 10 points and 13 rebounds.
Scoring Summary:
– Atlanta Hawks – Philadelphia 76ers: 132-123
– Boston Celtics – Utah Jazz: 114-108
– Brooklyn Nets – Los Angeles Lakers: 111-108
– Miami Heat – Charlotte Hornets: 102-105
– Toronto Raptors – Washington Wizards: 119-104
– Chicago Bulls – Indiana Pacers: 121-103
– Houston Rockets – Orlando Magic: 97-84
– Memphis Grizzlies – Phoenix Suns: 120-118
– Oklahoma City Thunder – Denver Nuggets: 127-140
– San Antonio Spurs – Dallas Mavericks: 129-133
– Golden State Warriors – Portland Trail Blazers: 130-120
– Sacramento Kings – New York Knicks: 104-133
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